Welcome to Soak Up the Sun!

Soak Up the Sun is the official blog of Solariver™. Here you'll find How-To Guides & Tips, Project Inspiration, Benefits of Solar and more information on topics like Hydroponics & Aquaponics. We also feature real customer stories that highlight how they are using Solariver™ pumps to enhance their outdoor lifestyle be it creating a DIY fountain, aerating a pond, constructing a waterfall, assembling a small bird bath and more. We love our customers stories and seeing the unique ways they are using our solar water pump products! Join us.

Soak Up the Sun: The Solariver Blog

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The Future of Sustainable Gardening with Solar-...

Discover the future of sustainable gardening and the pivotal role of solar-powered water pumps in promoting eco-friendly practices. Explore innovative technologies and trends revolutionizing the field of sustainable gardening. Invest...

The Future of Sustainable Gardening with Solar-...

Discover the future of sustainable gardening and the pivotal role of solar-powered water pumps in promoting eco-friendly practices. Explore innovative technologies and trends revolutionizing the field of sustainable gardening. Invest...

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Harnessing Sustainability: The Environmental Im...

Discover the remarkable environmental benefits of utilizing solar-powered water pumps. From reducing greenhouse gas emissions to conserving water resources, explore the advantages of this sustainable solution. Invest in solar-powered water...

Harnessing Sustainability: The Environmental Im...

Discover the remarkable environmental benefits of utilizing solar-powered water pumps. From reducing greenhouse gas emissions to conserving water resources, explore the advantages of this sustainable solution. Invest in solar-powered water...

solar powered water pumps are a sustainable solution for agricultural irrigation like featured in this image with an irrigation line running across a dirt bed with a plant sprout

The Benefits of Solar-Powered Water Pumps: A Su...

Water is essential for agriculture, but accessing water for irrigation can be challenging in many parts of the world. Traditional water pumps rely on fossil fuels or electricity from the...

The Benefits of Solar-Powered Water Pumps: A Su...

Water is essential for agriculture, but accessing water for irrigation can be challenging in many parts of the world. Traditional water pumps rely on fossil fuels or electricity from the...

Outdoor fountain in backyard using solar water pump

How Outdoor Fountains Work

Fountains have enhanced the serenity of outdoor spaces since the times of the Ancient Greeks. These days, anyone can use an outdoor fountain to transform their backyard into a tranquil...

How Outdoor Fountains Work

Fountains have enhanced the serenity of outdoor spaces since the times of the Ancient Greeks. These days, anyone can use an outdoor fountain to transform their backyard into a tranquil...

Why You Need a Filter System for Small Water Gardens and Koi Ponds

Why You Need a Filter System for Small Water Ga...

Koi ponds and water gardens are a joy to look at; they help bring a touch of serenity to a busy, fast-paced world. What’s more, caring for your small pond...

Why You Need a Filter System for Small Water Ga...

Koi ponds and water gardens are a joy to look at; they help bring a touch of serenity to a busy, fast-paced world. What’s more, caring for your small pond...

solar water pump in small pond

When to Use a Solar Water Pump

Solar water pumps reduce electric bills, filter and aerate water, enable attractive water features, and operate in off-grid locations. This makes them perfect for a variety of fun applications like...

When to Use a Solar Water Pump

Solar water pumps reduce electric bills, filter and aerate water, enable attractive water features, and operate in off-grid locations. This makes them perfect for a variety of fun applications like...

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